Do I Need New Insulation?
Cold floors, rooms that never quite warm up and ice-cold rim joists are common in Northern Alberta. If your home feels too cold even when the heating is on all day, it’s usually a sign your insulation is underperforming.
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Signs You May Need New Insulation
If your furnace seems to run nonstop and certain rooms stay cold, it’s a good sign your insulation has settled or thinned out. You might feel cold air along baseboards or walls, or notice one side of the house is much warmer than the other. During windy days, a draft that moves around windows or outlets usually points to missing or weak insulation behind the walls.
High energy bills are another giveaway. When heat keeps escaping through ceilings, walls or floors, your system has to work harder just to hold a steady temperature. Ice buildup along the roof edge or frost forming in the attic can also mean that warm indoor air is leaking upward and melting snow on the roof—then refreezing at the edge. Over time, that can damage shingles and soffits.
Basements tell their own story. If the walls feel damp or cold to the touch, the insulation behind them may be soaked or missing altogether. In some homes, you’ll notice a musty smell or dark patches on the drywall where moisture has been trapped. The same goes for rim joists—the area where the basement wall meets the floor above. Condensation often forms there, showing that warm indoor air is meeting a cold, poorly insulated surface.
If you can see the insulation in your attic, take a quick look. Uneven levels, bare spots or insulation that’s grey and compacted are signs that it’s no longer doing its job. Modern materials sit high, fluffy and dry. Anything that looks thin, dusty or wet is ready for replacement.
Why Upgrading to Spray Foam Insulation Makes a Difference
We use spray foam insulation because it seals air leaks while adding insulation value, which is a big advantage in older homes. In basements, spray foam keeps walls dry and warm. At the rim joists, it blocks drafts and stops the chill that seeps through the floors.
If your home is showing these signs of poor insulation, it’s time to have it checked. We serve Grande Prairie, Peace River and the surrounding areas with full insulation and building envelope solutions. Contact us to schedule an inspection and see how an insulation upgrade can make your home warmer, quieter and more efficient this winter.